Category: Empty Property
What to do if you own or are buying an empty home
Britain’s population is both growing and the age profile is getting older. These are just two of the factors contributing to an overall shortage of housing. Add in the fact that there are an estimated 700,000 empty homes in England …
Vacant property insurance explained
When does property you own become vacant? Individual owners might have a wide range of opinions, depending largely upon the particular reason for the premises being temporarily unoccupied (which we discuss a bit further below). Insurers, on the other hand, …
Unoccupied Properties
If your let property is without a tenant, or you are a homeowner who is living or working away from home for a period of time, or even if you have inherited a property that you are not quite sure …
Empty house grants
Action on Empty Homes group recently reported that there are some 700,000 empty homes just in England alone. This is at a time when the overall shortage of housing – especially for those looking for affordable housing – is getting …
Who needs unoccupied property insurance cover?
In the perfectly normal course of events, there may be times when your property stands empty and unoccupied. What is the status of your property insurance at those times? It might not be an issue – but it may become …
Compare unoccupied property insurance
If you own an empty house or flat, you will want to compare unoccupied property insurance to find the most cost-effective and appropriate solution for you – the solution that offers genuine value for money. This article discusses the principle …
Maintaining cover for unoccupied properties
There are many reasons why you may have an unoccupied property: your property may be under renovation; the property itself may be the subject of legal proceedings during probate or the terms of a divorce settlement; you might be working …
Tips on maintaining your empty property
There is a daunting catalogue of risks faced by empty property, compared to that which is occupied on a more or less permanent basis. The list typically includes loss or damage to the property resulting from: fire and arson; squatting; …
The purpose of an unoccupied property insurance quote
If you believe that your property may about to be vacant for a significant length of time, you may need to think about unoccupied property insurance. So, this article looks at what is empty property insurance, when might you need …
How to maintain your empty property
Maintenance and security – those are the twin concerns about any property that is left empty and unoccupied for any significant length of time. Appearances may also have a notable impact on those issues of maintenance and security. And if …
